In our own unique ways, each of us challenges, claims, defines and redefines what it means to be South Asian in America. How doesdesi-ness manifest in your life? And how did thedesithat is you come into being?

Do you tweak your mom’s or dad’s recipes? (Re)fashion a desi garment for your current wardrobe? Embody beauty beyond Bollywood ideals? Remix raagas with ‘western’ beats? And push beyond prejudices - internalized and in the wider world - about how to look, who to partner with and what occupation or hobbies to engage in?

ForBe(com)ingDesiin America, we’re interested in recipes and works of visual & performing art that show your uniquedesi-nessANDtell the story of how you came to embrace it (or not), while sharing your perspective onissues of aesthetics and (body) image.

Submissions and questions should be sent tosubdriftdc@gmail.com. Both new and existing pieces are welcome. The deadline is 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, October 12, 2013.

SABA-DC

Our goal is to address the needs and concerns of the South Asian American legal community in Washington, D.C. while providing our members with the knowledge and support necessary to reach their personal and professional goals.